Abstract: The present invention relates to a vaginal suppository comprising an inert vehicle and lactic acid or a salt thereof for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of disorders in the urogenital tract. It also relates to the use of such a suppository for the production of a medicament for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of disorders in the urogenital tract as well as to a method for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of disorders in the urogenital tract.

Abstract: A method is provided for manufacturing a medicated tampon assembly having a tampon body, the method including applying a formulation including a therapeutic agent to a substrate to produce a plurality of dosage forms; separating one of the dosage forms from the substrate; and coupling one of the dosage forms to the tampon body. A medicated tampon assembly is provided including a dosage form including a formulation including a therapeutic agent; a substrate portion separated from a substrate, wherein the substrate portion is coupled to the dosage form; and a tampon body having a distal end, wherein the substrate portion is coupled to the distal end of the tampon body.

Abstract: A method is provided for manufacturing a medicated tampon assembly having a tampon body, the method including applying a formulation including a therapeutic agent to a substrate to produce a plurality of dosage forms; separating one of the dosage forms from the substrate; and coupling one of the dosage forms to the tampon body. A medicated tampon assembly is provided including a dosage form including a formulation including a therapeutic agent; a substrate portion separated from a substrate, wherein the substrate portion is coupled to the dosage form; and a tampon body having a distal end, wherein the substrate portion is coupled to the distal end of the tampon body.

Abstract: The invention relates to a medicament containing a compound of general formula (1), where R1=independently, a straight or branched, saturated, singly- or multiply-unsaturated, optionally substituted C11-C21 alkyl, alkylene or alkynyl group, preferably a C11-C15 alkyl, alkylene or alkynyl group, particularly a C11-C13 alkyl, alkylene or alkynyl group, most preferably a C13 alkyl group, R2=independently, a straight or branched C1-C8 alkyl, alkylene or alkynyl group, preferably a C1-C6 alkyl, alkylene or alkynyl group, in particular a C2-C4 alkyl, alkylene or alkynyl group, most preferably a C3 alkyl group, a —[CH2—(CH2)m—O]nH group with n=1 to 10, preferably n=1 to 5, m=1 to 5, preferably m=1 to 3, a —CH2—[CH—(OH)]p[CH2—(R3)]— group, where R3=independent H or OH, p=1 to 7, preferably p=1 to 4, a pentose group or a hexose group, as therapeutically active agent, alone or in combination with one or several further pharmaceutical agents as a combination preparation for the treatment of viral skin diseases and/or tu

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of octenidine dihydrochloride for manufacturing a semisolid pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of wounds, atopic dermatitides, infected eczemas, dermatomycoses, vaginal infections, acne, herpes and/or for controlling multidrug-resistant pathogens, where the composition comprises from 0.005 to 5% by weight octenidine dihydrochloride, and a corresponding composition.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods for increasing cell growth, stimulating cell turnover and promoting the secretion of mucus within the reproductive tract of a female mammal.

Abstract: Methods of treating conditions using metal-containing materials are disclosed. Exemplary conditions include bacterial conditions, biofilm conditions, microbial conditions, inflammatory conditions, fungal conditions, viral conditions, autoimmune conditions, idiopathic conditions, hyperproliferative conditions, noncancerous growths, cancerous conditions and combinations of such conditions. In certain embodiments, the metal-containing material is an atomically disordered, nanocrystalline silver-containing material.

Abstract: Warming personal lubricant compositions, condom products including such compositions and methods of making such condom products are disclosed. The present warming lubricant compositions include at least about 50% by weight of a polyalkylene glycol component, preferably including at least two portions of different molecular weights, and an effective amount of a viscosity inducing component.

Abstract: A tampon adapted to deliver a therapeutic agent, the tampon including a tampon body that is manufactured at a first manufacturing facility; and a dosage form coupled to the body, wherein the dosage form includes a formulation including a therapeutic agent, and wherein the dosage form is manufactured at a second manufacturing facility. Also, a method for producing a medicated tampon including manufacturing a tampon body at a first manufacturing facility; manufacturing a dosage form at a second manufacturing facility, wherein the dosage form includes a formulation including a therapeutic agent; and coupling the dosage form to the tampon body.

Abstract: A tampon adapted to deliver a therapeutic agent, the tampon including a tampon body having a distal end; and a dosage form affixed to the distal end of the tampon body, wherein the dosage form includes a formulation including a therapeutic agent, and wherein the dosage form comprises a plurality of layers. Also, a method for manufacturing a medicated tampon adapted to deliver a therapeutic agent, the method including manufacturing a tampon body having a distal end; producing a dosage form having a plurality of layers, wherein the dosage form includes a formulation including a therapeutic agent; and affixing the dosage form to the distal end of the tampon body.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for inhibiting the production of exotoxins are disclosed. The compositions include an effective amount of an isoprenoid inhibitory compound to substantially inhibit the production of exotoxins by Gram positive bacteria.

Abstract: This invention relates to substantially anhydrous warming, non-toxic and nonirritating lubricating compositions containing polyhydric alcohols, a gelling agent and alternatively a pH adjusting agent for treating fungal and bacterial infections. The invention also relates to methods of using such compositions for warming, lubrication, administration of active ingredients and for preventing or treating dysmenorrhea.

Abstract: Metal-containing materials, as well as their preparation and use are disclosed. The metal-containing material can be, for example, an antimicrobial material, an anti-biofilm material, an antibacterial material, an anti-inflammatory material, an anti-fungal material, an anti-viral material, an anti-cancer material, a pro-apoptosis material, anti-proliferative, MMP modulating material, an atomically disordered, crystalline material, and/or a nanocrystalline material. In certain embodiments, the metal-containing material is an atomically disordered, nanocrystalline silver-containing material.

Abstract: Methods for treating sexual dysfunction are disclosed. The methods generally comprise the administration of an NO donor and an antioxidant; the active ingredients can be administered topically to the genitals of the patient. The methods allow for localized NO delivery through topical application of the present compounds, while minimizing, if not preventing, damage associated with peroxynitrite formation. Compositions comprising L-arginine, or a derivative thereof and an antioxidant in a pharmaceutical carrier suitable for application to the genitals is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of one or more antimicrobial metals preferably selected from silver, gold, platinum, and palladium but most preferably silver, formed with atomic disorder, and preferably in a nanocrystalline form, for reducing inflammation or infection of the mucosal membrane. The antimicrobial metal may be formulated as, or used in the form of, a nanocrystalline coating of one or more antimicrobial or noble metals, a nanocrystalline powder of one or more antimicrobial or noble metals, or a liquid or solution containing dissolved species from a nanocrystalline powder or coating of one or more antimicrobial or noble metals.

Abstract: A suppository of retaining in a lower region of rectum, which contains a suppository base containing: (A) a fatty acid triglyceride, (B) one or more C14-18 fatty acid glycerides, and (C) a base ingredient for retaining the suppository in the lower region of rectum, has quite high safety, does not melt by the body temperature when it is held by the fingers before insertion into the rectum so that it is easy to handle, does not deform by elevation of temperature during storage, and prevents stimulation to the rectum mucosa such as congestive hemorrhage and expansion of the rectum mucosa after the insertion.

Abstract: This invention relates to substantially anhydrous warming, non-toxic and nonirritating lubricating compositions containing polyhydric alcohols and an insulating agent. The invention also relates to methods of using such compositions for lubrication, administration of active ingredients and for preventing or treating dysmenorrhea.

Abstract: The present invention has disclosed the use of N-acetyl-D-glucosamine in the manufacture of a medicament for treating cervical erosion. N-acetyl-D-glucosamine can resist the field planting of microorganism and control microorganism infection, and improve the symptoms of local exudation, tissue inflammatory oedema and pain and the like.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for inhibiting the production of exotoxins are disclosed. The compositions include an effective amount of an isoprenoid inhibitory compound to substantially inhibit the production of exotoxins by Gram positive bacteria.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods suitable for ameliorating female sexual dysfunction, and in particular, female sexual arousal disorder. In one embodiment, the invention provides a semisolid composition suitable for topical application comprising: an effective amount of a vasoactive prostaglandin, a polysaccharide thickener, a lipophilic component, and an acidic buffer system.

Abstract: The present invention concerns compositions and methods for using a &bgr;-adrenergic agonist for treating endometriosis, for treating infertility, and for improving fertility. The present invention further concerns formulating such a composition or method in such a way as to provide therapeutically sufficient levels of the &bgr;-adrenergic agonist locally while avoiding adverse systematic concentrations in the host, thereby minimizing or avoiding adverse side effects.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition for reducing vaginal acidity, treating abnormal enhancement of vaginal acidity, and high acidity vaginitis associated with abnormal enhancement of vaginal acidity, especially for the treatment of fungal vaginitis, comprising of one or more ingredients defined as follows: amino acids, physiologically acceptable salts of amino acids, oligopeptides and polypeptides. Also, the present invention relates to the use of the said amino acids, physiologically acceptable salts of amino acids, oligopeptides and polypeptides, as active ingredients or auxiliaries in preparing drugs for reducing vaginal acidity, the treatment of abnormal enhancement of vaginal acidity, and high acidity vaginitis especially to their use in preparing drugs for the treatment of fungal vaginitis and the use thereof as nutrients for vaginal mucous membranes in preparing drugs that are locally applied in the vagina.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid formulation for a feminine wipe. The preferred formulation has an anti-irritant agent, a pH adjuster namely citric acid, and at least one preservative.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention relates to anti-viral composition containing at least one zinc compound and at least one phenolic antioxidant (and optionally other ingredients such as at least one analgesic) at least one hydrocarbyl containing compound, and water. Another aspect of the invention relates to a method of treating lesionous symptoms of a viral infection involving applying an effective amount of the zinc containing anti-viral composition to the lesions.

Abstract: Non-absorbent substrates for use in inhibiting the production of exoproteins from Gram positive bacteria, such as harmful proteins produced by Staphylococcus species, are provided. The substrates are particularly useful for inhibiting the production of TSST-1, alpha-toxin and/or enterotoxins A, B and C from S. aureus bacteria. The substrates include an alkyl polyglycoside incorporated in or on at least a portion of the substrate. The alkyl polyglycoside typically has an HLB of about 10 to 15 and/or an average number of carbon atoms in the alkyl chain of about 8 to about 12.

Abstract: Acylcarnitine analogues having alkyl side chains of 10 to 30 carbon atoms display excellent spermicidal and anti-HIV activity, a well as being potent inhibitors of the growth of Candida albicans.

Abstract: Formulations have been developed for regional delivery of drugs, for example, into a cavity such as the pelvic region, peritoneal region, or directly on organs of interest. Regional delivery increases comfort and bioavailability of the drug, resulting in rapid and relatively high blood levels in the regions to be treated in the substantial absence of side effects due to the high levels required for efficacy following systemic delivery. In the preferred embodiment, these formulations consist of drug micro or nanoparticles, which may be formed of drug alone or in combination with an excipient or polymeric carrier. The excipient or polymer may be used to manipulate release rates and to increase adhesion to the affected region. The drug formulation can be applied as a dried powder, a liquid suspension or dispersion, or as a topical ointment, creme, lotion, foam or suppository.

Abstract: The proliferation of uterine fibroid leiomyoma cells is inhibited by certain Fibroid Cell Growth Inhibitor (FGI) agents. The pharmacological doses of these FGI agents in the milieu of uterine fibroid cells can be made high enough to not only inhibit proliferation, but to also causes cell death. Non-invasive or minimally invasive, non-systemic delivery methods are used to deliver the FGI agent to the milieu of the target fibroid leiomyoma cell population, thereby avoiding the disadvantages and side effects of surgical and systemic hormonal therapy interventions in the treatment of uterine fibroids. The FGI agents are substrates that are normally present or are well tolerated in the human body. The efficacy of the FGI agents appears to be related to their ability to moderate the Protein Kinase C and Mitogen Activated Protein Kinase pathways. Specific FGI agents shown to be useful to inhibit growth or proliferation of uterine fibroid cells include: &agr;-tocopherol, &agr;-tocopherol succinate, and troglitazone.

Abstract: Compositions for inhibiting the production of exotoxins are disclosed. The compositions include an effective amount of an isoprenoid inhibitory compound to substantially inhibit the production of exotoxins by Gram positive bacteria.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition suitable for topical application comprising: an effective amount of a prostaglandin, a polymer thickener, a lipophilic component, and a buffer system. In another embodiment, the invention provides a composition suitable for topical application comprising: an effective amount of a vasoactive agent, a polymer thickener, a lipophilic component, and a buffer system. The invention also provides methods of ameliorating female sexual dysfunction. Also provided are methods of increasing female sexual arousal and methods of enhancing female sexual response.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention relates to anti-viral composition containing at least one zinc compound and at least one phenolic antioxidant (and optionally other ingredients such as at least one analgesic) at least one hydrocarbyl containing compound, and water. Another aspect of the invention relates to a method of treating lesionous symptoms of a viral infection involving applying an effective amount of the zinc containing anti-viral composition to the lesions.

Abstract: Compositions comprising an antibiotic, sulphonamide, at least one an antiquagul agent, e.g., clotrimazol (bis-phenyl-(2-chlorophenyl)-1-imidazolyl-methane), natamycin, or nystatin,and 5-nitro-metronidazol (5-nitro-inidazoles) e.g., (metronidazol or tinidazol or nimorazol) and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The compositions are useful mainly as vaginal suppositories.

Abstract: A method for treating and preventing infections, bacterial, fungal, insecticidal, parasitic and actinomycotic in origin, especially infections of organs such as the vagina and skin. The methods involves administering to a patient in need thereof a composition comprising a combination of boric acid and acetic acid, in effective amounts. Such a composition is especially useful as a broad based treatment and prevention of vaginal and skin infections of unknown origin and can be used without the need for medical diagnosis or while such a diagnosis is being determined. Such a composition is effective, safe, economical and environmentally friendly, and provides an alternative to existing forms of treatment which are toxic which may cause undesirable side effects.

Abstract: Formulations have been developed for regional delivery of drugs, for example, into a cavity such as the pelvic region, peritoneal region, or directly on organs of interest. Regional delivery increases comfort and bioavailability of the drug, resulting in rapid and relatively high blood levels in the regions to be treated in the substantial absence of side effects due to the high levels required for efficacy following systemic delivery. In the preferred embodiment, these formulations consist of drug micro or nanoparticles, which may be formed of drug alone or in combination with an excipient or polymeric carrier. The excipient or polymer may be used to manipulate release rates and to increase adhesion to the affected region. The drug formulation can be applied as a dried powder, a liquid suspension or dispersion, or as a topical ointment, creme, lotion, foam or suppository.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are described for the preparation of bioactive agents entrapped in lipid vesicles the bilayers of which comprise a salt form of an organic acid derivative of a sterol, such as the tris-salt form of a sterol hemisuccinate, and to bompositions comprising a mixtue of tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane salt of cholesteryl hemisuccinate with either an antifungal compound or a peptide. These compositions have various applications in vivo.

Abstract: A solution or gel composition containing activated chlorine dioxide and phosphates, such as disodium hydrogen phosphate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate, trisodium phosphate, and sodium monofluorophosphate, is disclosed for treating herpes virus. The preferred concentration ranges are between about 0.005% to about 2.0% chlorine dioxide, and between about 0.02% to about 3.0% of a phosphate compound. The phosphate compound retards escape of chlorine dioxide in the pH range of 6.0 to 7.4, at which pH chlorine dioxide becomes activated and releases sufficient chlorine dioxide to reduce motility and become lethal to the involved micro-organisms.

Abstract: The invention relates to disposable absorbent articles containing an additive to control odors associated with bodily fluids. The invention is particularly useful in articles used to manage urine and menstrual fluids. The single additive provides both a pleasant aroma and antimicrobial activity.

Abstract: A method and solution or gel topical preparation containing chlorine dioxide and a phosphate compound, such as disodium hydrogen phosphate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate, trisodium phosphate, and sodium monofluorophosphate, is disclosed for treating itching of the vagina. The preferred concentration ranges are between about 0.005% to about 2.0% chlorine dioxide, and between about 0.02% to about 3.0% phosphate compound. The phosphate compound retards escape of chlorine dioxide in the pH range of about 6.0 to 7.4, at which pH chlorine dioxide becomes activated and releases sufficient chlorine dioxide to reduce motility and become lethal to the involved micro-organisms.

Abstract: Mono- and di-iodinated nonoxynol-9-derivatives and methods for their use are disclosed.

Abstract: A solution or gel composition containing activated chlorine dioxide and a phosphate compound, such as disodium hydrogen phosphate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate, trisodium phosphate, and sodium monofluorophosphate, is disclosed for treating a Chlamydia infection. The preferred concentration ranges are between about 0.005% to about 2.0% chlorine dioxide, and between about 0.02% to about 3.0% phosphate compound. The phosphate compound retards escape of chlorine dioxide in the pH range of 6.0 to 7.4, at which pH the chlorine dioxide becomes activated and releases sufficient chlorine dioxide to reduce motility and become lethal to the involved micro-organisms.

Abstract: A method and solution or gel composition containing activated chlorine dioxide and phosphates, such as disodium hydrogen phosphate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate, trisodium phosphate, and sodium monofluorophosphate, is disclosed for lubricating the vagina and for treating HIV. The preferred concentration ranges are between about 0.005% to about 2.0% chlorine dioxide, and between about 0.02% to about 3.0% phosphate. The phosphate compound retards escape of chlorine dioxide in the pH range of about 6.0 to 7.4, at which pH the chlorine dioxide becomes activated and releases sufficient chlorine dioxide to reduce motility and become lethal to the involved micro-organisms.

Abstract: The present invention provides a base for suppository comprising oily or fatty base and polyethlene. The suppository prepared by the use of the base of the present invention has superior heat resistance which should not cause quality deterioration such as deformation and cracks, and shows good release, internal absorbability, safety and like compared to those of the suppositories used thus so far in the applied region.

Abstract: The present invention provides a bilayer structure for encapsulating multiple containment units. These containment units can attach or contain therapeutic or diagnostic agents that can be released through the bilayer structure. A suitable example of such a containment unit is a unilamellar or multilamellar vesicle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for preventing or treating conditions or disorders of the female reproductive system by administering an effective dosage of histidine alone or in combination with other therapeutic agents. The invention relates also to novel physical compositions and delivery devices for administering histidine effectively to a female subject in need of either prophylaxis or treatment of certain disorders of the reproductive system.

Abstract: A solution or gel composition containing activated stabilized chlorine dioxide and phosphates, such as disodium hydrogen phosphate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate, trisodium phosphate, and sodium monofluorophosphate, is disclosed for destroying HIV. The preferred concentration ranges are between about 0.005%-2.0% chlorine dioxide, and between about 0.02%-3.0% phosphate. The phosphate compound retards escape of chlorine dioxide in the pH range of 6.0 to 7.4, at which pH stabilized chlorine dioxide becomes activated and releases sufficient chlorine dioxide to reduce motility and become lethal to the involved micro-organisms. Using a lubricant as a vehicle for the chlorine dioxide/phosphate composition; development of vaginal itching due to Candida Albicans will be stopped.

Abstract: In order to prevent conception and/or the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STD's) one or more lectins capable of binding sperm and/or the pathogenic microorganisms responsible for STD's are administered to the vagina prior to sexual intercourse. The lectins immobilize the sperm to render them incapable of fertilization and also bind to the microorganisms to render them non-pathogenic or to the cells to prevent infection by the microorganisms. Lectins can also be administered to treat sexually transmitted vaginal infections. The invention also encompasses a device for to be placed in the vault of the vagina which comprises a ring which surrounds the cervix and a membrane spanning the central aperture of the ring to prevent the direct contact of ejaculate with the cervical tissues. The device is impregnated or coated with lectins and releases them into the vaginal environment over a period of time.

Abstract: A process for producing a small-sized, lipid-based cochleate is described. Cochleates are derived from liposomes which are suspended in an aqueous two-phase polymer solution, enabling the differential partitioning of polar molecule based-structure by phase separation. The liposome-containing two-phase polymer solution, treated with positively charged molecules such as Ca.sup.2+ or Zn.sup.2+, forms a cochleate precipitate of a particle size less than one micron. The process may be used to produce cochleates containing pharmaceutical agents or biologically relevant molecules. Small-sized cochleates may be administered orally or through the mucosa to obtain an effective method of treatment.

Abstract: Vaginal pharmaceutical compositions administrable through the topical route, particularly in the form of foams and creams containing a therapeutically effective amount of rifaximin (Common International Denomination) are useful in the treatment of vaginal infections, particularly bacterial vaginosis.

Abstract: Balanced pH, hyperosmotic, hypoosmotic, or isoosmotic gels are ideal vehicles for drug delivery. They are especially suited for topical body cavity or injection application of drugs or diagnostic agents; for drug or diagnostic agent delivery to the eye of a mammal; as protective corneal shields; or as ablatable corneal masks useful in laser reprofiling of the cornea. The compositions without the addition of a drug or diagnostic agent are useful as medical devices, for instance, in separating surgically or otherwise injured tissue as a means of preventing adhesions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for the prevention and treatment of viral-induced tumors, more specifically, human warts. The method uses sandalwood oil and/or derivatives from the sandalwood oil to prepare medicaments for the prevention and treatment of viral-induced tumors (i.e., warts caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV)) in humans. The method of the invention comprises the topical administration of the sandalwood oil or a composition derived therefrom to the human epidermis and/or to the genital tract as needed. The present invention is also concerned with a unique antiviral composition useful for topical application. The antiviral composition according to this invention is also effective against other DNA viruses such as the DNA pox virus that causes Molluscum contagiosum and may be effective against other DNA viruses such as AIDS virus and RNA viruses.